What if Nomadism is a Lifestyle Choice?

開著Volkswagen T3在臺灣遊走各方的老歐，其實一開始對於露營並不感興趣。一來是臺灣的天氣潮濕悶熱，蚊蟲擾人。二來是過去臺灣的戶外活動相對於國外來得不盛行，營地環境或設備都不適用於露營車。直到在歐洲有了第一次露營的體驗，顛覆他以往對露營的印象，在歐洲特別的是，營區中鮮少看到有人搭帳篷，露營車非常普及，營區到政策的規劃也都相當完善。歐洲的暖陽灑落於翠綠山林田野，微風徐徐吹拂樹梢，林間光影帶來舒適宜人的氣候，全時段活動於戶外的露營這才成了一種享受。

Old Ou, who wanders around Taiwan in a Volkswagen T3, was not initially interested in camping. First, because of the humid and hot weather in Taiwan, along with the nuisance of mosquitoes and bugs. Second, outdoor activities in Taiwan were not as prevalent as abroad, and the camping sites and facilities were not suitable for camper vans. It wasn't until he had his first camping experience in Europe that his impression of camping was completely overturned. What's special in Europe is that tents are rarely seen in campsites, as camper vans are very common, and the planning of campsites and policies are also quite comprehensive. In Europe, the warm sun shines on the verdant mountains and fields, a gentle breeze blows through the treetops, and the play of light and shadow in the woods brings a comfortable and pleasant climate, making camping an enjoyable activity at all times.

自此，老歐便開始乘駕著車輛，從山脊稜線到連綿百里的海岸線，蒐集島嶼上的土壤濕度，季風雨綿綿、披上白雪的溪谷，拼湊出他的日常生活。露營車承載的不只是熟悉的床鋪被單，也不單只是安定的居所，在每一次駕駛上路，它之於老歐衍生出更深刻的形象—家。

Since then, Old Ou has begun to drive his vehicle from the mountain ridges to the continuous hundred-mile coastline, collecting the soil moisture on the island, the valleys draped in continuous monsoon rains and covered with white snow, piecing together his everyday life. The camper van carries not just the familiar bedding, nor is it just a stable dwelling. With each drive, it has come to represent something deeper for Old Ou—it has become a home.

您認為「家」是什麼？

What do you think "home" is?

「和伴侶待在一起，到哪都是家，能夠帶著伴侶四處漂泊的露營車就是我的第二個家。」

"Being with my partner, home is wherever we are together, and the camper van that allows us to wander with my partner is my second home."

純樸手感打造說走就走的家

A Simply Crafted, Ready-to-Go Home

老歐是一名攝影師，在他的鏡頭底下流露著別具一格的美感品味。當初選擇T3就是看上它方正的廂型車身配上經典圓燈，米白色相間，顯現粗獷又優雅的復古氣質。且國外有相當多人將T3當作素材來改裝露營車，「相較於設備選配好的，我喜歡自己動手做出獨一無二的物件。」

Old Ou is a photographer, and his lens captures a unique aesthetic taste. The initial choice of the T3 was for its boxy shape paired with classic round lights, and its ivory color, which shows a rugged yet elegant retro charm. Moreover, many people abroad use the T3 as a base for customizing camper vans. "Compared to one with ready-made equipment, I prefer to create something unique with my own hands.

喜歡溫樸質感而堅持全車內裝用舊木料，起初還沒有木作經驗的老歐，也分享他在施作前先將車庫作為練習題，提升自己的木作技術。在拆除車體後，便游刃有餘地克服車內各個弧形轉角。

He has a fondness for the warmth and texture of old wood, and insisted on using it for the entire interior of the van. Initially lacking experience in woodworking, Old Ou shares that he used his garage as a practice ground to improve his skills. After dismantling the vehicle's body, he was then able to skillfully overcome every curved corner inside the van.

從「車」出發的生活

Life Starting from a "Vehicle"

一開始的設計規劃是找一個既有的範本，有了大框架之後，再來修改延伸。起初什麼都想置入這個移動空間裡，睡眠系統、煮炊水槽、收納置物，通通打包帶走。但小尺度的車內空間，各個機能彼此鑲嵌，在動線上的要求更苛求，配置要非常剛好才能流暢使用。他人的空間範本也不見得適用於自己的生活，在多次露營使用後，老歐將初次規劃的空間進行了二次改造。

The initial design plan was to find an existing template, set up a large framework, and then make modifications and extensions. At first, he wanted to fit everything into this mobile space: a sleeping system, cooking sink, storage space, all to be packed and taken along. However, the small scale of the vehicle's interior space meant that each function had to fit snugly within the others, with demanding requirements for the flow of movement, and everything had to be configured just right for smooth use. Templates of others' spaces might not suit one's own lifestyle. After several camping trips, Old Ou undertook a second modification of the initially planned space.

位於車門邊的冰箱開口朝內，與窗邊的水槽相對，限制了便利性。後來將冰箱取消更換為上方坐凳下方兩段式的抽屜，搭配雙口爐將炊事作業延伸至車外，大大增加使用彈性。原先的水槽，因前置須將乾淨的水倒入水箱，後續再把髒水提出車外排放，造成作業麻煩。後來就把水箱改置放於車底，水線拉至車外，解決清洗上的需求。床邊設置多個藤編門板的收納櫃，將雜物統一收納，只要一卡皮箱隨身物品，就能開著車，出發露營生活。

The refrigerator, located next to the vehicle door with its opening facing inward, opposite the sink by the window, limited convenience. Later, the refrigerator was removed and replaced with two-tier drawers under a seat bench, and by extending the cooking operations outside with a dual-burner stove, he greatly increased flexibility of use. The original sink required clean water to be poured into a tank and dirty water to be subsequently removed from the vehicle for disposal, which was troublesome. Later, he relocated the water tank under the vehicle and extended the water line outside, solving the needs for cleaning. Beside the bed, he installed multiple rattan-doored storage cabinets to unify the storage of miscellaneous items. With just a suitcase of personal belongings, one can drive off and start a camping life.

在不同景色下醒來，迎接不同的生活

Waking Up to Different Sceneries, Embracing a Different Life

生活和旅行有千百萬種選擇，為什麼選擇車泊？車泊，介於旅館下榻與野營豪放間。擁有舒適的空間設備，但又同時享有遊憩的豪情自由感。長長的公路上，若只是開車疾駛而過，便會錯過很多土地風情。能夠放慢速度停下腳步，才能深刻感知生活周遭，這也潛移默化深入老歐的生活模式。

With millions of choices for living and traveling, why choose to live in a vehicle? Vehicle living, a middle ground between staying in a hotel and the freedom of camping, offers a comfortable space equipped for living while also allowing one to enjoy the liberating feeling of recreation. On the long roads, if you merely speed by, you'll miss much of the local charm. Only by slowing down and stopping can one truly sense the life around, a philosophy that has subtly permeated Old Ou's way of living.

將水槽改成桌板的靠窗小角，如今成了老歐最喜歡的車內空間，每日打開車窗都是不同景色，開啟不同心情。正在義大利開著露營車自駕遊的老歐也熱情分享道，年底即將移民前往日本，遊牧般地在異國開著露營車，體驗不同地理環境帶來的不同風貌，若遊牧就是一種生活的選擇，家的定義便不受限。

The conversion of the sink into a small table by the window has now become Old Ou’s favorite spot inside the vehicle. Every day, opening the window reveals a new landscape and a new mood. Old Ou, currently touring Italy in his camper van, shares with passion that he is set to immigrate to Japan at the end of the year. Living nomadically in a camper van abroad, he experiences the varied terrains and cultures that each place offers. If nomadism is a lifestyle choice, then the definition of home is without confines.